Greenback Portfolio Revived Efforts Reported
Chester A. Arthur of New York notes ongoing efforts to resurrect the defunct Greenback newspaper the Portfolio. Details remain sparse as organizers seek backing and distribution channels.
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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1880
Page
4
Chester A. Arthur of New York notes ongoing efforts to resurrect the defunct Greenback newspaper the Portfolio. Details remain sparse as organizers seek backing and distribution channels.
The West Point Republican changed the date to 1884 and continues using U. S. Grant's name on its masthead as a lead feature.
The article heralds a magnificent corn crop and a strong boom in Polk County, noting prospects never looked better for farmers and local markets. It highlights optimistic forecasts, favorable weather, and growing agricultural activity shaping the region's economy.
In Columbus only the Journal remains a current publication while the Democratic papers are described as thin and outdated, leaving the Republican sheet as the sturdiest daily.
The letter of acceptance by General Garfield is described as a very able document, now in the hands of the committee appointed by the National Convention to tender him the nomination.
Non. D. H. Wheeler praises Polk County Agricultural Society for electing a woman as secretary and offers aid to ensure the fair's success financially and overall.
The Genoa Leader recalls Nance’s early legislative bid and notes his steady rise. It lauds his simplicity affability and equal hospitality to all ranks, predicting gubernatorial honors mark the start of a grand, useful career.
Abstract of the 1880 assessment as corrected by Clerk Kelley. Includes data on property values and tax rolls for Little Polk’s area, reflecting adjustments made to the original figures.
The article traces General Garfield from early poverty to Civil War feats and Congress tenure, noting his ascent to Major General after Chickamauga and long service in the House and Senate. It then surveys General Chester A Arthur as vice presidential candidate, detailing his rise from New York clerk to Quartermaster General, trustworthiness, and reforms at the Port of New York.
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